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Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from that of
the other three in pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. organism B. poisoning C. disease D. disagree
2. A. recipe B. regular C. behavior D. exhibition
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the
position of stress in each of the following questions.
3. A. respect B. suburb C. value D. limit
4. A. quality B. examine C. energy D. vehicle
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
5. I _______ there once a long time ago and _______ back since.
A. was / have not been B. had been / was not
C. would be / had not been D. have been / will not be
6. Students _______ go to school on Sundays; there is no class then.
A. must B. have to C. don't have to D. mustn't
7. He ______ the wine to see if it is all right.
A. tastes B. is tasting C. smells D. sounds
8. I don’t recall _______such a dull film as The English Patient before.
A. to watch B. watching C. to be watching D. to have watched
9. Weather_________, we will start tomorrow.
A. permits B. will permit C. is permitting D. permitting
Read the following advertisement/school announcement and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to

🌿
indicate the correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 10 to 15.
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Discover the secrets to (10) _________ healthier life through our nutrition, fitness, and mindfulness courses. No
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10. A. a B. an C. the D. ∅
11. A. in B. on C. at D. for

🌆 12. A. expectancy B. expect C. expert

EMBRACE THE FUTURE: YOUR CITY AWAITS WITH ANTICIPATION! 🚀
D. expectation

______ a city with 🌟 🌐

Smart Infrastructure, harmonious🌳 🌈 🏙️
A revolutionary urban experience (13) ______ as exciting updates unfold, taking shape in our future city project. (14)

🚆 Green Spaces, a captivating Futuristic Skyline,

efficient Smart Mobility, a vibrant Digital Hub, and culturally rich
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Neighborhoods.
Immerse yourself in this transformative journey and contribute to the city's evolution! Join community
discussions, sharing your ideas for a brighter, (15) ______ future. For continuous updates, sign up at

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[email protected].
Your Future City: Bold, Green, and Connected Awaits Your Presence!
13. A. promises B. is promised
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C. has promised D. promising
14. A. Vision B. Encourage C. Envision D. Discourage
15. A. connecting B. connected C. to connect D. connect
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
16. a. Additionally, such intergenerational interactions promote the transfer of invaluable knowledge and
experiences, enriching the overall societal tapestry.
b. Furthermore, engaging in open dialogues across generations facilitates the exchange of diverse ideas,
contributing to a more inclusive and harmonious community.
c. Bridging the generation gap is a multifaceted journey that presents both challenges and opportunities.
d. Firstly, bridging the generational divide fosters mutual understanding, allowing younger and older
individuals to share perspectives and insights.
e. Ultimately, embracing the generational diversity becomes a catalyst for personal growth, fostering a culture
of respect and collaboration that transcends age differences.
A. a, c, d, b, e B. c, a, b, d, e C. c, e, d, a, b D. c, d, a, b, e
17. a. It not only enhances understanding but also encourages collaborative problem-solving.
b. Moreover, utilizing educational tech can make learning enjoyable and efficient.
c. Firstly, it empowers students with valuable skills, preparing them for the digital age.
d. Dear Minh, I trust you're doing great! Lately, I've been reflecting on the significance of embracing
technology in education.
e. Additionally, integrating technology in the classroom fosters a dynamic and engaging learning
environment.
 f. It's a wonderful way for students and teachers to explore new possibilities together. Warm regards,
A. d, c, e, a, b, f B. a, c, b, f, e, d C. d, c, a, b, e, f
D. c, d, e, a, b, f
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option that best fits each of the
numbered blanks from 18 to 23.
Exploring the world of literature offers numerous advantages, especially (18)________. (19) ________. When we
delve into literature, whether it's novels, poems, or essays, the immersive experience captivates our interest and (20)
_______. For instance, reading books in a foreign language can enhance language skills and comprehension.
Secondly, literature expands our cognitive abilities. Engaging with complex narratives and diverse writing styles (21)
________, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills. Finally, literature serves as a gateway to diverse
perspectives, (22) _______. It's a journey of exploration that goes beyond mere entertainment, enhancing
(23)_______.
18. A. when it comes to broadening our horizons B. coming to broadening our horizons
C. when it comes to broaden our horizons D. having come to broadening our horizons
19. A. Firstly, which adds an element of enjoyment to learning
B. Firstly, it adds an element of enjoyment to learning
C. Firstly, this adds an element enjoyment to learning
D. Firstly, adding an element of enjoyment to learning
20. A. make the learning process more enjoyable B. making the learning process more enjoyable
C. makes the learning process more enjoy D. makes the learning process more enjoyable
21. A. to challenges our intellectual B. challenging our intellect
C. challenges our intellectual D. challenges our intellect
22. A. different cultures, societies, and historical periods enable us to understand
B. enabling us understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods
C. enabling us to understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods
D. to understand different cultures, societies, and historical periods enabling us
23. A. the world understanding B. our world understanding
C. our understanding of the world D. this understanding of the world
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct option
that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 24 to 28.
In an educational context, the term ‘learner independence’ has gained increasing importance in recent years. It is
of particular (24)_______to language learning and commonly refers to the way students confidently control and
organise their own language learning process. While some people seem to have an almost instinctive flaw for
languages, (25)_______ have to rely on strategies to maximise their skills and learn a foreign language more
effectively.
The main thing to remember is that becoming a truly independent learner ultimately depends above all on taking
responsibility for your own learning and being prepared to take every opportunity available to you to learn. You also
increase your chances of (26)_________by learning according to your own needs and interests, using all available
resources. Research shows that learners (27)__________adopt this approach will undoubtedly manage to broaden
their language abilities considerably and, (28)_________ are more likely to achieve their objectives in the longer
term.
(Adapted from “Complete Advanced” by Laura Mathews and Barbara Thomas)
24. A. resemblance B. acceptance C. relevance D. acquaintance
25. A. each B. every C. others D. Few
26. A. interest B. failure C. suspicion D. success
27. A. who B. why C. which D. where
28. A. though B. as a result C. because D. in contrast
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions from 29 to 33.
Many universities around the world are proud to have long histories and strong traditions. However, very few
universities can claim to be among the oldest in the world.
Nalanda University, in Bihar, India, was established around 600 BC. It was most likely the world's first university.
In the past, scholars came from Europe, China, and all over India to learn about science, medicine, the Buddhist
religion, and other subjects. The university is in ruins now, but at one time it was an impressive school with temples,
classrooms, libraries, and dormitories.
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the University of Al-Karaouine in Fes, Morocco, is the oldest
surviving university in the world. It was probably founded in 859 and became a famous place to study natural
sciences. The first university in Europe is definitely the University of Bologna, in Italy. It was one of the few
universities in Europe that were not influenced by religion. Professors were forbidden from teaching outside the
university, and so students came from all over Europe to study with its famous teachers.
 29. What does the passage mainly discuss?
A. Subjects that are taught at universities B. Students at the most famous universities
C. The world's oldest universities D. Foreign students at ancient universities
30. The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to __________
A. religion B. medicine C. university D. science
31. According to paragraph 2, Nalanda University __________
A. invited scholars from different countries to teach B. only taught science subjects
C. was destroyed D. was the first university in the world
32. The word “founded” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to ___________
A. damaged B. created C. renamed D. recovered
33. Which of the following is NOT true, according to the passage?
A. The University of Al-Karaouine still exists in the modern world.
B. Natural science subjects aren't taught at the University of Al-Karaouine.
C. Students could learn religion at the University of Nalanda.
D. Teachers at Bologna University weren't allowed to teach outside.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer
to each of the questions from 34 to 40.
Members of the royal family have led an outpouring of tributes from around the world at the death of Prince
Philip, the husband of Queen Elizabeth. Buckingham Palace has spoken of the Queen’s “deep sorrow” after her
husband of 73 years, who had been by her side throughout her reign, died peacefully at Windsor Castle aged 99 on
Friday night (Australian time).
Flags at Buckingham Palace and government buildings across the United Kingdom were lowered to half-mast, and
within an hour of the announcement the public began to lay flowers outside Windsor Castle and Buckingham Palace.
However, mourners have been urged not to gather and leave tributes at royal residences, and the public has been
asked to stay away from funeral events because of the coronavirus pandemic. An online book of condolence has been
launched on the Royal Family’s official website for people to leave messages of sympathy.
The prince died two months short of his 100 th birthday. He had recently spent four weeks in hospital with an
infection where he was treated for a heart condition before being discharged and returned to Windsor early in March.
The Duke of Edinburgh had been by his wife’s side throughout her 69-year reign, the longest in British history, and
during that time earned a reputation for a tough, no-nonsense attitude, and a propensity for occasional gaffes. A Greek
prince, Philip married Elizabeth in 1947, and together they had four children, eight grandchildren, and nine great
grandchildren. He played a key role helping the monarchy adapt to a changing world in the post-World War II period,
and behind the walls of Buckingham Palace was the one key figure the Queen could trust and turn to, knowing he
could tell her exactly what he thought.
34. Which of the following statements is NOT true, according to the passage?
A. Prince Philip was 25 years old when he got married to Queen Elizabeth.
B. Flowers were laid outside some royal residences after the death announcement.
C. Prince Philip was admitted to hospital for 28 days.
D. Prince Philip was born into a Greek royal family.
35. Which best serves as the title for the passage?
A. A bibliography of Prince Philip B. Life and contributions of Prince Philip
C. Prince Philip’s death D. The public’s tribute to Prince Philip
36. Which statement can be inferred from the passage?
A. Prince Philip’s funeral will be conducted differently from other royal funerals.
B. Prince Philip will be buried behind the walls of Buckingham Palace.
C. Prince Philip’s funeral will be conducted online to avoid coronavirus spread.
D. Prince Philip will not have a state funeral as he comes from Greece.
37. How should the public express their condolences?
A. They can attend funeral events. B. They can leave messages of sympathy in an online book.
C. They can leave tributes at Windsor Castle. D. They can gather at royal residences.
38. The word “they” in paragraph 3 refers to ______.
A. prince B. children C. gaffes D. Philip and Elizabeth
39. The word “discharged” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to ______
A. asked to stay B. admitted to hospital
C. allowed to leave hospital D. given priority to meet doctors
40. The word “mourners” in paragraph 2 is closest in meaning to ______.
A. visitors B. bearers C. participants D. grievers
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word whose underlined part differs from the other three in
pronunciation in each of the following questions.
1. A. ancient B. concern C. associate D. special
2. A. limestone B. geographical C. heritage D. citadel
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word that differs from the other three in the position of primary stress
in each of the following questions.
3. A. intact B. nightlife C. relic D. complex
4. A. cultural B. heritage C. memory D. represent
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.
5. __________ in open fires, rubbish and organic waste produce a great amount of black carbon.
A. Burnt B. Burning C. Be burnt D. To burn
6. Angela should seriously consider _________ an actress. She is a very talented performer.
A. to become B. become C. becoming D. will become
7. We’re good friends. We ______ each other for a long time.
A. have known B. knew C. know D. have been knowing
8. Not only ……… profits, but it also had to lay off workers.
A. lost the company B. did the company lose
C. the company lost D. the company had lost
9. We may help to control global warming by _______ carbon footprints in our homes.
A. putting up with B. getting down to C. cutting down on D. going back to
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the numbered blanks
Art Magic
This fun course shows you how to design and make (10) _________ fashion jewellery from nature materials, and
particularly how to use (11) _________ to help you get ideas for your designs. So if you have your own camera, bring
it (12) _________.
10. A. a B. an C. the D. Ø
11. A. photography B. photograph C. photographer D. photogenic
12. A. in B. about C. up D. along
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the numbered blanks
Art Attack
You’ll work on developing creative skills, like printing, photography, cartoons, and movie-making, (13) _________
the latest technology. This course (14) _________ great for anyone wanting to (15) _________ these subjects at
college. Good drawing skill are helpful on this course, and students’ work will be put into a book, where suitable, for
everyone to buy.
13. A. use B. using C. to use D. used
14. A. will be B. is C. has been D. was
15. A. make B. do C. get D. take
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct arrangement of the sentences to make a
meaningful paragraph/letter in each of the following questions.
16.
a. Besides/ In addition, many people set salary as a measure of their working capacity as well as their level in the
company.
b. The higher income they receive, the more valuable they are in their prospective employment.
c. There are a variety of reasons / various reasons for considering salary as the most crucial factor.
d. Therefore, not only the amount of money itself but also made-up reputation makes the salary the most concerned
matter in job selection.
e. A high income guarantees a high standard quality of life, in which the people can afford their increasing demand on
not only human basic needs but also luxurious things such as brand new accessories or overseas holidays.
A. e-d-c-a-b B. c-e-a-b-d C. b-e-c-a-d D. a-c-d-b-e
17.
a. First, I’m allowed to watch TV during my free time, or when I have finished all my homework and exercises.
Young children should receive lots of encouragement to follow family rules.
b. I have told you something about my family rules. How about your family rules? I am really excited to hear about it.
And I look forward to hearing from you soon.
c. Next my parents don’t permit me to go out with my friends without necessary reasons, for example my friends’
birthdays.
d. Dear Anna, I have received your letter and I feel so glad when knowing that you have passed your examinations
with good marks. You want me to tell you about my family rules.
e. Besides, I have to take a balanced diet to keep fit for my study. The daily routines make children feel safe and
secure.
A. b-c-d-e-a B. e-b-d-a-c B. c-d-a-e-b D. d-a-c-e-b
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that best fits the numbered blanks
I’m a big fan of film featuring the spy James Bond. I’ve got most of them on DVD. We’ve recently bought Quantum
of Solace, in which Daniel Craig plays the part of Bond. I don’t know (18) _________ – but it’s a great movie,
anyway.
All the actors who’ve played James Bond have bee great, but Daniel Craig, who’s made lots of other films, (19)
_________ any of them. (20) _________, I think he’s the most perfect actor for the role. He even does a few of the
more dangerous things in the film himself, instead of (21) _________. I did wonder sometimes whether he’d be
clever enough to defeat the bad people – but I’m not going to tell you the ending! The actress who stars with Craig
gives a fantastic performance too – I loved (22) _________!.
The director probably had a hard job making this Bon film as full of action as earlier ones. But the excitement starts
right at the beginning here, with a car chase along a mountain road, and plenty of (23) _________, too – Bond leaping
off tall buildings and so on. Unfortunately, I found the story difficult to follow in places, and it also seemed to be over
very quickly – it lasted under two hours. I also felt there weren’t as many jokes as in the old Bond films. And where
was all the ridiculous Bond equipment – the underwater car or exploding watch that everyone laughed at? This is a
more serious, darker Bond film, but I still really enjoyed it.
18. the film’s got that name B. why the film’s got that name
C. to get the name of the film C. how to get the film’s name
19. A. played the better part than B. playing the better part
C. plays the better part than D. that play the better part than
20. When he doesn’t talk very much B. Not talking very much
C. He doesn’t talk very much D. Even though he doesn’t talk very much
21. A. getting someone else to do themB. getting someone else do them
C. someone else to get to do them D. someone else getting to do them
22. A. she wore all the glamorous clothes B. all the glamorous clothes wearing
C. all the glamourous clothes she wore D. all the glamourous clothes to be worn
23. A. other thrilling scenes B. others thrilling scenes
C. the other thrilling scenes D. other thrilled scenes
Mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the word or phrase that best fits the number blank in the reading passage.
The "greenhouse effect" is the warming that happens when certain gases in Earth's atmosphere (24) ________ heat.
These gases let in light but keep heat from escaping, like the glass walls of a greenhouse. First, sunlight shines onto
the Earth's surface, (25) ________ it is absorbed and then radiates back into the atmosphere as heat. In the
atmosphere, “greenhouse gases trap some of this heat, and the rest escapes into space. The more greenhouse gases are
in the atmosphere, the more heat gets trapped.
Scientists have known about the greenhouse effect since 1824, when Joseph Fourier calculated that the Earth
would be much colder if it had no atmosphere. This greenhouse effect is what keeps the Earth's climate (26)
________ . Without it, the Earth's surface would be an average of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit cooler. Scientists often
use the term "climate change" instead of global warming. This is because as the Earth's average temperature climbs,
winds and ocean currents move heat around the globe in ways that can cool some areas, warm (27) ________, and
change the amount of rain and snow falling. (28) ________, the climate changes differently in different areas.
24. A. seize B. capture C. trap D. grasp
25. A. who B. where C. that D. when
26. A. energetic B. animate C. livable D. active
27. A. others B. another C. one D. the other
28. A. However B. In addition C. On the contrary D. As a result
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question.
When lifestyle changes aren’t enough, the next step may be to take medicine. Your health care provider can tell you
about special drugs for overactive bladder (OAB). There are several drug types that can relax the bladder muscle.
These drugs, like anti-muscarinics and beta-3 agonists, can help stop your bladder from squeezing when it’s not full.
Some are taken as pills, by mouth. Others are gels or a sticky transdermal patch to give you the drug through your
skin.
Anti-muscarinics and betta-3 adrenoceptor agonists can relax the bladder muscle and increase the amount of urine
your bladder can hold and empty. Combination drugs, like using both anti-muscarinics and - betta-3 adrenoceptor
agonists together may help control OAB when one option alone isn’t working.
Your health care providers will want to know if the medicine works for you. They will check to see if you get relief
or if the drug causes problems, known as side effects. Some people get dry mouth and dry eyes, constipation, or
blurred vision. If one drug you try doesn’t work, your health care provider may ask you to take different amounts,
give you a different one to try, or have you try two types together. Lifestyle changes and medicine at the same time
help many people.
29. Which of the following can be the best title for the passage?
A. Bladder Stops from Squeezing B. What Option to Control OAB
C. Prescription Drugs for OAB D. Lifestyle Changes and OAB
30. According to the passage, overactive bladder _______.
A. can be treated by using only one drug type B. may get better with combination drugs
C. could be eliminated without any side effects D. has nothing related to lifestyle changes
31. The word patch in paragraph 2 mostly means _______.
A. a small piece of material B. an attempt to do something
C. your feelings D. a piece of equipment
32. The word They in paragraph 4 refers to _______.
A. medicine works B. problems C. side effects D. health care providers
33. Which of the following is NOT true according to the passage?
A. Drugs cannot stop the bladder from squeezing. B. Some drugs are gels or a sticky transdermal patch.
C. Some drugs can relax the bladder muscle. D. Two types of drugs may be taken together if one doesn’t work.
Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the answer to each of the question.
Like many emergency responders, Nicholas Groom is used to stress at work. On one hand, the stress can be
helpful. “I find that when attending a serious incident, it helps me to maintain focus on the situation,” Nicholas
Groom said. On the other hand, the work can be highly pressurised. “Too much stress can impair your ability to make
decisions,” he adds. And Groom is not alone in his complicated relationship with stress.
Many people believe that that there should be a balanced amount of stress. In other words, not too much stress
so you’re not overwhelmed but not too little stress so you don’t feel unmotivated. After all, some anxiety is
motivating; think of the adrenaline before a deadline or the excitement before a competition. Sports fans sometimes
even talk about a “gene” in some athletes who seem to play best in the decisive final moments of a match.
Furthermore, many psychologists claim that performance in many situations increases with stress up to a point. Of
course, any stress can cause harm when it’s prolonged. To take just one example, a long-term high heart rate is linked
to cardiovascular diseases. And additional stressors, such as financial pressures or psychiatric issues, clearly affect
how beneficially someone can respond to stress.
So is there a way to harness stress to your advantage while being mindful of its detrimental long-term
effects? One key factor is to avoid, whenever possible, the point when stress leads to mental and physical collapse.
Crystal Wernicke, 30, has always used stress as a motivator. But juggling between parenting, a full-time job, a
voluntary role and financial troubles at the same time became too much and eventually led to a two-month period of
illness. Another factor is the presence of control. For those who feel powerless over their situation, stress is unlikely
to be beneficial. But with some autonomy over stressful tasks, we are better able to convert that pressure into higher
performance.
When it comes to stress and how it affects your performance, it’s helpful to recognise the variations in
personality, type of stress and task that affect the level of pressure you are under, as well as understanding tools you
can use to control and harness that stress. Ultimately, it’s not helpful to take a one-sided view, either demonising or
glorifying stress. As James C Quick, a management professor at the University of Texas, sums up: “Stress can be the
kiss of death as well as the spice of life.”
34. Which of the following best serves as a title for the passage?
A. Maintaning A Balanced Level Of Stress Can Be Helpful
B. Getting Rid Of Stress Completely Is The Key To Success
C. The Different Types Of Stress-Related Diseases
D. How Prolonged Stress Affects Your Mental Health
35. The word “detrimental” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to _______.
A. positive B. unfortunate C. damaging D. inconvenient
36. Which of the following is NOT TRUE, according to paragraph 2?
A. Excitement before a competition can motivate people.
B. A stressor can have negative impacts if it exists for too long.
C. Financial pressures can encourage us to work harder in life.
D. It is widely believed that a moderate level of stress is the best.
37. The phrase “sums up” in the last paragraph is closest in meaning to _______.
A. assumes B. concludes C. predicts D. proposes
38. The word “it” in the first paragraph refers to _______.
A. stress B. incident C. focus D. situation
39. Why was Crystal Vernicke sick for two months?
A. She didn’t have the money to take care of her health.
B. She was stressed out about too many responsibilities.
C. She worked too hard for a very long period of time.
D. She spent time and effort on parenting instead of healthcare.
40. What can be inferred from the passage?
A. People consider emergency responders like Groom to be unusual.
B. Athletes always perform at their best towards the end of a match.
C. There is a limit beyond vượt qua which stress is harmful for one’s mental health.
D. The more stressful the situation, the more powerless people feel when facing it.